Epidemiology

Etiology

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Ego-dystonic: behavior or thought patterns that are inconsistent with or repulsive to one’s sense of self
- Opposite of ego-syntonic
  - Behavior patterns are in agreement with one’s sense of self
  - Seen in obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
Obsessions: distressing thoughts, emotions, and/or sensations that are recurring and intrusive
Compulsions: repetitive actions to provide relief from anxiety caused by obsessions (can take up a substantial amount of time)

Mnemonic

Compulsions are actions to calm down.